Robert Daniel Hodes ’48

Bob Hodes, a stalwart of our class, died Dec. 18, 2006.

He came to us by way of Poly Prep in Brooklyn. Bob graduated with high honors in SPIA, was a member of Terrace, and played varsity baseball.

Bob served the University on the Alumni Council and with schools and scholarships. His benefactions to Princeton are legendary. "My charitable remainder trust and 1948 Hodes scholarships say it all," he said regarding his affection for Princeton. In addition, Hodes Plaza (between DeNunzio Pool, Jadwin Gym, and Caldwell Fieldhouse) was given by Bob and his athlete daughters, Deborah '78 and Jean '79. At its October 1999 dedication, President Harold Shapiro *64 spoke of this extraordinary addition to the grace and beauty of our campus. Bob was always at the service of 1948 and was vice president from 1978 to 1983.

Bob's career was in direct-response advertising. In 1976, Hodes-Daniel was acquired by Ogilvy & Mather Direct with Bob as CEO.

He was on the boards of National Public Radio, Caramoor Music Center, Katonah (N.Y.) Museum of Art, and many others. Skiing, tennis, and golf were lifelong avocations.

The class offers its affectionate condolences to Gerry, Bob's wife of 53 years; daughters Debbie, Jean, and Sue; and son Robert Jr.